Explore the origin of dinosaur birds and visit ancient sacrificial sites in Longcheng, western Liaoning, traveling through billions of years of time
by AER. Ed 3298
Oct 14, 2025
Chaoyang City Phoenix Mountain Tourist Area is located in the eastern part of Chaoyang City, Liaoning Province, adjacent to the central urban area. Covering an area of 67.84 square kilometers, it is bordered by Phoenix Mountain East Foot Village Town Road in the east, Sunjiawan in the south, Lingfeng Street Ring City East Road in the west, and Changbao Yingzi in the north. It is enclosed by a ring road, integrating natural landscapes, historical relics, and cultural landscapes.
Phoenix Mountain is a famous mountain in western Liaoning and a renowned tourist attraction in Chaoyang City. Three ancient pagodas remain on Phoenix Mountain: Lingxiao Pagoda, Moyun Pagoda, and Dabao Pagoda. There are also four temples: Yanshou Temple, Tianqing Temple, Yunjiet Temple, and Huayan Temple. Phoenix Mountain also enshrines the real body relics of Shakyamuni Buddha and Dingguang Buddha, unearthed from the North Pagoda and South Pagoda of Chaoyang, respectively. The presence of two Buddha relics on the same mountain makes Phoenix Mountain even more sacred and spiritual.
Route planning:
Enter the scenic area from the mountain gate and follow the main road to admire the natural scenery along the way.
You can choose to climb to the top of Phoenix Mountain for a panoramic view of the entire scenic area.
Along the way, you can visit attractions. The temples are divided into lower, middle, and upper sections. It takes 3.5 hours to walk the entire route. You can take a sightseeing car downhill.
Plan your hiking route according to your physical strength and time.
Address: Phoenix Mountain Scenic Area, Shuangta District, Chaoyang City
Opening hours: Open all year round. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or at dusk for a peaceful experience.
Transportation: It is recommended to drive or take public transportation to the mountain gate of the scenic area. You can walk or take the scenic area shuttle bus (10 yuan/person).
💬 【Tips】
Respect local culture and maintain silence.
Dress appropriately to show respect for history.
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